Can shockwave therapy help with gluteal tendinopathy and hip pain in Harpenden, Hertfordshire?

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Living with hip pain can feel exhausting. Maybe you’ve noticed pain when lying on your side, climbing stairs, or even just walking. It can make sleeping difficult, drain your energy during the day, and stop you from doing the activities you enjoy.

I've been helping patients with hip, gluteal pain for many years in Harpenden, surrounding villages and towns in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire with these issues get out of pain and back to activities they love. I'd like to share with the main questions people ask me and more importantly how you can quickly fix the problem. I'll share the latest treatment technology, shockwave therapy which is game-changing for many. Find out more about Shockwave Therapy

I’ll answer two of the most common questions patients ask me and you may be thinking yourself;

1. Can shockwave therapy help with gluteal tendinopathy and hip pain?

2. How long does it take to recover with treatment?

How does shockwave therapy help with gluteal tendinopathy and hip pain in Harpenden?

Shockwave therapy is the most effective treatment for stubborn cases of gluteal tendinopathy. Actually 90% effective (much higher than injections and in the long term)

It works by sending sound waves into the painful tendon area, which:

• Stimulates blood flow

• Promotes tissue healing

• Reduces overactive pain signals

I like to describe it as 'it supercharges the tissue recovery!' massively increasing healing time. Shockwave therapy brings in stem cells to reduce inflammation and clean up the tissues to bring in healthy cells. It was actually first used with kidney stones but has been adapted to be used on stubborn tissues. Find out more about Shockwave Therapy

The great news is people have reduced pain and improved function after a short course of shockwave therapy. Also, many people like to opt for a non-surgical, drug-free option, meaning you avoid injections or long downtime.

Its best to combine Shockwave therapy with exercise rehab to rebuild hip strength and control, so results last longer. I like to recommend 'Back to work/sports programmes so the exercises are tailored to you and what your goals are - sports, walking the dog, playing with grandchildren. Find out more about gluteal and hip bursitis

 

 Patient performing hip strengthening exercise with resistance band for gluteal tendinopathy rehab

 How long does it take to recover from gluteal tendinopathy with treatment in Hertfordshire?

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I know if you've been in pain for a while you're desperate to get back feeling yourself again! 

I'll be super clear about sessions need following your assessment as it depends on how long the injury has been there and the severity but most patients begin to feel improvement within 4–6 weeks of consistent treatment. 

To give you a snap shot our gluteal and hip pain programme typically includes;

• Shockwave therapy (usually 4–8 sessions)

• Targeted strengthening of the gluteal and connected muscles

• Load management advice (adjusting activities short-term)

• Manual therapy to improve hip mobility if needed

For some, pain relief is noticeable after just a few shockwave sessions; for others, it takes longer depending on severity, lifestyle, and how long the problem has been present. The key is combining symptom relief with progressive exercise so the tendon regains resilience.

Gluteal tendinopathy can feel stubborn, but it doesn’t have to control your life. With the right mix of shockwave therapy, targeted exercises, and lifestyle guidance you will be feeling your best in no time!

Lisa shares her story of recovery from gluteal and hip pain

Our lovely Shockwave Therapy machine to help with gluteal and hip pain!